Lahore, October 12, 2026: The Punjab government has confirmed that schools, colleges and universities across the province will remain open on Monday, October 12, 2026.
The clarification came after fake holiday notifications spread on social media, causing confusion among students, parents and teachers.
The Punjab School Education Department said no province-wide school closure had been announced.
Punjab School Holiday October 12 – Latest Update
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Date | October 12, 2026 |
| Province | Punjab, Pakistan |
| Government Schools | Open |
| Private Schools | Open |
| Colleges | Open |
| Universities | Open |
| Viral Holiday Notification | Fake |
Government Rejects Fake Holiday News
According to the Punjab Higher Education Department, a notification claiming that colleges and universities would remain closed on October 12 was false.
The document circulated online on October 11 and claimed that educational institutions would close because of the law and order situation.
However, officials rejected the notice and confirmed that educational activities would continue as normal.
Will Schools Open in Lahore and Other Cities?
Schools in Lahore, Rawalpindi, Faisalabad, Multan, Bahawalpur and other Punjab districts are expected to follow their normal Monday schedules.
Students should attend classes unless their institution or local administration issues a separate official instruction.
How to Check Official Holiday Notifications
Parents and students should check government websites instead of trusting unverified WhatsApp messages.
Official Websites:
- School Education Department: https://schools.punjab.gov.pk/
- Higher Education Department: https://hed.punjab.gov.pk/
Important: The government has not announced a province-wide holiday for October 12. Students should follow verified instructions from their schools and education authorities.
